Lunch with a Hero
Emma LaBrie, kindergartner at Reid Elementary, with her grandfather Paul Vassall, Brandon Firefighter and Navy veteran during Lunch with a Hero at Reid on Nov. 11. Photo: Patrick McAbee.
Hunting safety zones concern for schools
By Shelby Stewart-Soldan ssoldan@mihomepaper.com Brandon Twp.— As firearm deer season opens, the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office and Brandon School District are reminding hunters to be aware of school property while out hunting. “Deer hunting regular firearm season runs Nov. 15-30,” said OCSO Brandon Schools Liaison Officer Jason Pence. “Please be mindful of school properties and […]
Brandon Township, state grapple with short term rental ordinances
By Shelby Stewart-Soldan ssoldan@mihomepaper.com Brandon Twp.— During the regular meeting on Nov. 12, the Brandon Township board of trustees unanimously approved changes to the short-term rental ordinance. “As many of you know, the state is trying to still come after (short term rentals) and make it legal, and make it so we can’t do much […]
Public Notice: Goodrich
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE PROPOSED ORDINANCE CHAPTER 3, CODE OF ETHICS VILLAGE OF GOODRICH COUNCIL MEETING MONDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2024 AT 6:00 P.M. NOTICE, to the citizens of the Village of Goodrich, Michigan. The Village of Goodrich Council will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, December 9, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. located at the Village of […]
Finding community through book clubs
With the holidays (and my birthday) fast approaching, I was tasked with making a wish list to give to family, and like many people, my list contained books. I love to read, and I know I’m not alone in wanting to discuss what I read with people, so I decided to look into how to […]
Letters to the Editor Nov. 16, 2024
Election thank you Thank you, Brandon School District voters, for electing me to the school board for a 2-year term. The Brandon School District needs to keep providing our students with a high-quality education that will give them the life skills needed to be successful, attentive and productive people in every part of their lives. […]
Township OKs $23K in CDBG funds
By Shelby Stewart-Soldan ssoldan@mihomepaper.com Brandon Twp. — During the regular meeting on Nov. 12, the Brandon Township board of trustees unanimously approved the 2025 Community Development Block Grant funds. $22,938 was allocated to public facilities and improvements – senior center and $4,048 was allocated to public services – youth services. “In September I had to […]
Township adds regulations to accessory dwellings
By Shelby Stewart-Soldan ssoldan@mihomepaper.com Brandon Twp. — On Nov. 12, the Brandon Township board of trustees voted unanimously to approve an amendment to the zoning ordinance to add regulations for accessory dwelling units. “What they’re trying to do with this one, from my understanding, is limit mother-in-law suites for example,” said Supervisor Jayson Rumball. “But […]
Public Notice: Groveland Township
The Groveland Township Planning Commission will hold a special meeting on Monday, December 2, 2024. The meeting will be at 7:00 p.m. at the Groveland Township Offices, located at, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442. This meeting will be regarding Camp Tamarack Site Plan Review SP24-0001 – New medical / staff housing building A […]
Public Notice: Brandon Township
PUBLIC NOTICE BRANDON TOWNSHIP/VILLAGE OF ORTONVILLE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Because the People Want to Know CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF BRANDON Brandon Charter Township and the Village of Ortonville are seeking public input regarding the Brandon Township & Village of Ortonville 2025 – 2029 Joint Parks and Recreation Master Plan. Two separate hearings will take place […]